Natural Remedies Series: PMS
February 11, 2008 8:57 PM | Natural Remedies | Comments (1)
 | When we have a problem with our bodies, our first thought is to see a doctor. But not everyone has easy access to doctors or their advice. And sometimes the medicines we take have side effects or leave our bodies weak. Knowledge is power, so the more we know, the better equipped we are to deal with the curveballs life throws at us. It’s imperative that we do the best we can for the bodies we have, so I began this series entitled “Natural Remedies”. I’ll take ailments and diseases that directly or indirectly affect us all, and give natural remedies that can help. |
Natural remedies can be used alone or in conjunction with your doctor’s care, depending on the seriousness of the situation (please see Important Notice to Our Readers at bottom).
What is PMS? PMS stands for premenstrual syndrome. If you have it, you know all about it. It occurs within a week or two of the period and it sucks.
What are the symptoms? The symptoms include but are not limited to irritability, mood swings, headaches, anger, depression, anxiety, fatigue, bloating, and breast tenderness, acne, weight gain, diarrhea, and constipation. Fun!
How can I treat it naturally? Studies show that calcium helps reduce cramps, mood swings, bloating, depression, and food cravings. Analyses indicate that a dosage of 300 mg 3-4 times per day is effective; however, many people find it adequate to simply take the RDA daily. If you suffer from sarcoidosis, hyperparathyroidism, or cancer, do not take an excessive amount of calcium, check with your doctor for an appropriate dosage. Beta carotene and magnesium are said to help. You can get this by drinking a juice blend of carrot (for beta carotene) and parsley (for magnesium). Chasteberry is an herb that is widely used in Europe for treatment of PMS, specifically breast tenderness. An added benefit of this herb is that it does not contain chemicals that act like estrogen or progesterone, and there have been no reports of significant adverse effects. Check label for dosage information.
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Posted by: Eleanor | April 9, 2008 5:12 PM